Upcoming Android smartphones by Honor could potentially feature larger battery capacities
Honor is rumored to be increasing battery capacities in its upcoming mid-range and flagship Android phones, according to credible leaks and recent product trends. The mid-range models are expected to feature batteries between 8,200mAh-8,400mAh, while flagship models may have batteries between 7,020mAh-7,200mAh.
This would represent a significant increase from previous models, which had batteries around the mid-5,000mAh range. For example, the Honor Magic 6 Pro had a 5,600mAh battery, and the Honor Magic 7 Pro, which had a global debut in January 2023, came with a 5,270mAh battery.
The source of these rumors is Digital Chat Station (DCS), a Chinese Weibo tipster known for smartphone leaks. The information suggests that Honor is investing resources into boosting battery capacities for both its affordable and flagship phones, possibly starting in 2023.
The higher battery capacities could significantly extend device usage time on a single charge, helping Honor devices stay off the charger for longer periods. This is particularly important for foldable devices, such as the Honor Magic V5, which already boasts a 6,100mAh battery due to Honor's "razor-thin" silicon-carbon battery technology.
Honor has shown a focus on reducing the thickness of its foldable devices, which could potentially allow for larger batteries without increasing size or weight. There are also rumors of even larger batteries (up to 10,000mAh) in future phones.
However, no official confirmation has been provided, and the exact timeline for the release of these battery-enhanced Honor phones is not specified in the rumors. It is also unclear whether this battery capacity boost will apply to all Honor devices or just select models.
The battery technology used by Honor allows brands to add bigger batteries without increasing the size or weight of their phones. This technology, which was noted for its higher density in the Magic 7 Pro's battery technology, Honor's third-gen silicon tech, could be a game-changer in the smartphone industry.
The Honor X70 mid-range phone, recently released, already features a large 8,300mAh silicon-carbon battery, indicating Honor's current direction toward high-capacity batteries in mid-range devices. Other devices like the Honor Power have already featured batteries up to 8,000mAh, and there are rumors of even larger batteries in future phones.
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Gadget enthusiasts are excited about the potential increase in battery capacities for Honor's upcoming mid-range and flagship smartphones, as it may result in extended device usage time. For instance, the newly released Honor X70 mid-range phone already features a large 8,300mAh silicon-carbon battery, a testament to Honor's focus on high-capacity batteries even in its affordable devices.
Technology watchers anticipate further advancements in battery technology from Honor, including rumors of even larger batteries, potentially surpassing 10,000mAh, which could revolutionize the smartphone industry.
